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JetBlue Airways is launching new Mint premium business class routes to Las Vegas from Newark and Orlando starting in late 2025. This expansion marks the airline’s continued commitment to enhancing passenger experience with its premium service, featuring lie-flat seats and increased comfort. Flights will connect Orlando and Las Vegas, along with a new route from Newark, catering to both business and leisure travelers. The introduction of Mint in Orlando signifies JetBlue’s growth and adaptation to market demands, coinciding with its 25th anniversary of serving Orlando.
Las Vegas – JetBlue Airways is significantly expanding its Mint premium business class service by launching new routes to Las Vegas from two major cities, Newark, New Jersey, and Orlando, Florida. This expansion will commence on October 30, 2025, with two daily flights connecting Las Vegas (LAS) and Orlando (MCO) during the winter travel season. One of the flights from Las Vegas to Orlando will operate year-round, while another route connecting Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) will begin on January 5, 2026, and run through June 10, 2026, offering twice-daily flights.
The Mint experience is designed to enhance passenger comfort and enjoyment with features such as lie-flat seats, larger television screens, and dedicated storage space. This service is a significant milestone for JetBlue, as it celebrates its 25th year in service at Orlando by introducing the Mint experience for the first time at this airport. The launch of Mint on the Orlando-Las Vegas route marks its first transcontinental offering from Orlando, indicating the airline’s growing focus on enhancing service options for travelers.
The new flight schedules for the Orlando-Las Vegas route are announced as follows: flights from MCO to LAS will depart at 07:55 and 20:30, arriving in Las Vegas at 10:15 and 22:49, respectively. The return flights from LAS to MCO will leave at 11:25 and 22:10, arriving back in Orlando at 19:20 and 06:45 (+1), respectively. These new daily flights will be operated using Airbus A321s specifically equipped with JetBlue’s Mint service.
Introductory one-way fares for the Mint service will start at $599, while other Core fares are available from $109, aiming to attract a diverse range of travelers. JetBlue has a robust presence in Orlando, operating over 60 daily departures to 27 destinations, which underscores the airline’s commitment to serving this important market.
Additionally, JetBlue has announced the expansion of its service to Los Angeles from Newark, allowing flights to continue through January 4, 2026. The new EWR-LAS route will also feature Mint service and will operate two flights daily beginning January 5, 2026. This strategic decision to streamline its route network is aligned with JetBlue’s objective to end underperforming routes while enhancing service on more profitable ones, illustrating the importance of the Mint service in attracting business class travelers.
JetBlue’s Mint service has received accolades as the top domestic business class product for passenger satisfaction according to J.D. Power’s 2025 North America Airline Satisfaction Study. This recognition reflects the airline’s commitment to providing quality service and a premium travel experience for its customers.
As JetBlue continues to grow its network and adapt to market demands, the introduction of Mint service on new routes is poised to enhance the travel experience for many passengers, making it an exciting development for both leisure and business travelers alike.
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